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2009 Dodge Grand Caravan and 2006 Acura MDX Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
| Model | Dodge Grand Caravan | Acura MDX | |
| Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@5800 250 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 106.3 in | 14.9 in |
| Length | 202.5 in | 188.7 in | 13.8 in |
| Width | 76.9 in | 77.0 in | -0.1 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 68.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4483 lb. | 4471 lb. | 12 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.4 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 61.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.0 in | 56.9 in | 0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 61.1 in | 3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 56.3 in | 8.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.8 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 36.1 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 58.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.7 in | 48.5 in | 0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 37.6 in | 29.3 in | 8.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.5 in (over 3 rows) | 108.6 in (over 3 rows) | 5.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.7 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 17.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 | 33.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 144.4 ft3 | 81.5 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great driving position and comfortable seat make for hours of driving enjoyment. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
SE vs. SXT. The rear seats and bench are comfortable for 5 people. The SXT is exactly the same, but leather is cooold in winter. Both have more room than other brands. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The middle row seats are great for the kids, and i can drive the family around without gettign kicked in the seat back see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Our four kids had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 175-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My wife and I had plenty of room in the Dodge GC for them and their stuff on a 12-hour ride to Virginia. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats and cargo area are roomy, even for full size adults. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I find the van vety comfortable on a long trip. Equipped with a power driver's seat. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
| 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Stow-n-go seating is very uncomfortable. Rotating seats have no room to sit face to face with rear seat passengers. Base model forces one to get a center bench. see full Dodge Grand Caravan review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Acura MDX
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
High seating position - easy to get in and out of with bad knees. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2006 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
ver small rear seat compared to pilot. see full Acura MDX review |
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